TON blockchain crippled by Bitcoin Ordinals-style token transactions The “most scalable blockchain ever” experienced a spike in activity, causing its network to experience delayed settlements. Transaction per second (TPS) speed on The Open Network (TON) fell as the blockchain buckled under increased usage triggered by a surge of TON20 transactions starting on Dec. 5. TON20 is an inscription standard inspired by the Bitcoin […]
Helium Mobile unveils $20 unlimited plan in the US, integrating blockchain and 5G Helium Mobile, introduces unlimited data, text, and calls at just $20 per month. Leveraging the Helium Network on the Solana blockchain and a nationwide 5G network, Helium Mobile empowers users to set up decentralized ‘mini cell towers.’ Helium Mobile has a strategic partnership with T-Mobile. Helium Mobile, the pioneer in crypto carriers, has launched a […]
UAE Tech Researchers Roll Out Lightweight Blockchain for Carbon Trading Image Source: Pixabay The Technology Innovation Institute in Abu Dhabi has launched a blockchain geared towards tracking carbon emissions and facilitating trading amid growing climate concerns. In a Dec 5 post on X (Twitter), the institute disclosed that its Cryptography Research Center has launched the blockchain as it represents the country’s commitment and drive to […]
Heavy metal band Megadeth launches generative NFT collection Heavy metal band Megadeth took to X on Dec. 5 to announce the introduction of its 5,000-piece generative collection featuring the band’s mascot, Vic Rattlehead. This initiative transforms beyond a traditional fan club, emerging as a community owned by the fans. Introducing @MegadethDigital. Our 5000-piece generative collection featuring Vic Rattlehead brought to life in a […]
Megadeth Drops NFT Collection, Offers Exclusive Access to Metaverse And Real World Events Megadeth’s new NFT drop enables exclusive metaverse and real-world access for fans. Image by Kerem Goktug Kaya, DALL-E 3. Yesterday, legendary American thrash metal band Megadeth announced the launch of a new non-fungible token (NFT) collection, offering fans exclusive access to digital and real-world experiences. The band unveiled the news via a post on X, […]
SEC-registered Heron Finance rolls out robo-advisor built on blockchain Investment consulting firm Heron Finance has unveiled a new robo-advisor built on the Goldfinch protocol aimed at bringing more transparency compared to traditional finance. In a press release on December 5, Heron Finance says the new product leverages blockchain technology to create a “global, interoperable ecosystem of loans from many independent lenders, all using the […]
SEC-registered Heron Finance rolls out robo-advisor built on blockchain Investment consulting firm Heron Finance has unveiled a new robo-advisor built on the Goldfinch protocol aimed at bringing more transparency compared to traditional finance. In a press release on December 5, Heron Finance says the new product leverages blockchain technology to create a “global, interoperable ecosystem of loans from many independent lenders, all using the […]
5IRE token launches on Bybit, pioneering sustainable blockchain era The 5ire token (5IRE) has successfully debuted on the Bybit exchange. With a community comprising entrepreneurs, developers, and sustainability advocates, 5ire emphasizes inclusivity and collaboration. 5IRE has inked strategic collaborations with governments, universities, and enterprises globally, including the Government of India’s NITI Aayog. In a groundbreaking move, the 5ire token (5IRE) has successfully entered the […]
ARAX Holdings secures 20% stake in Nemesis’ blockchain-driven metaverse ARAX Holdings Corp, a key player in digital asset management, has announced its acquisition of a 20% stake in The Nemesis, a dynamic open-world metaverse platform. The deal, revealed on Dec. 5, also includes an option for ARAX to acquire an additional 11% stake in the future. 🌐ARAX is proud to announce its acquisition of […]
ARAX Holdings secures 20% stake in Nemesis’ blockchain-driven metaverse ARAX Holdings Corp, a key player in digital asset management, has announced its acquisition of a 20% stake in The Nemesis, a dynamic open-world metaverse platform. The deal, revealed on Dec. 5, also includes an option for ARAX to acquire an additional 11% stake in the future. 🌐ARAX is proud to announce its acquisition of […]
Amazon Prime Is Giving Out Free Card Packs for NFT Game ‘Gods Unchained’ Amazon Prime subscribers can now claim free in-game packs of cards for the online trading card game Gods Unchained, according to an announcement from Immutable Games. The Amazon Prime Gaming portal has the first monthly reward up for grabs, containing 5 Rare Core Packs and one Core Domain Pack for Prime subscribers to claim. According […]
Amazon Prime Is Giving Out Free Card Packs for NFT Game ‘Gods Unchained’ Amazon Prime subscribers can now claim free in-game packs of cards for the online trading card game Gods Unchained, according to an announcement from Immutable Games. The Amazon Prime Gaming portal has the first monthly reward up for grabs, containing 5 Rare Core Packs and one Core Domain Pack for Prime subscribers to claim. According […]
Amazon Prime Is Giving Out Free Card Packs for NFT Game ‘Gods Unchained’ Amazon Prime subscribers can now claim free in-game packs of cards for the online trading card game Gods Unchained, according to an announcement from Immutable Games. The Amazon Prime Gaming portal has the first monthly reward up for grabs, containing 5 Rare Core Packs and one Core Domain Pack for Prime subscribers to claim. According […]
Blockchain Analysts are Accumulating This AI Crypto Before 2024 – Here’s Why AI crypto platform yPredict provides predictive analytics to crypto investors. Image by Bunpoht, Adobe Stock. In recent years, cryptocurrencies have captivated investors with their volatility and potential for significant returns. Trading in an unpredictable crypto market can prove challenging even for seasoned investors, however. This has led to a shift towards more data-driven investment strategies […]
Riot Blockchain Buys 66,560 Bitcoin Mining Rigs in $290.5 Million Deal with MicroBT Source: AdobeStock / Photocreo Bednarek Bitcoin miner Riot Blockchain has announced its purchase of 66,560 bitcoin mining rigs from MicroBT, marking one of the largest orders in the company’s history. Riot Blockchain is set to acquire 66,560 Bitcoin miners from manufacturer MicroBT in one of its largest orders of hash rate, totaling $290.5 million, with […]
Gamers Are Paying Big Bucks for Square Enix NFT Characters Like ‘Egg’ and ‘Starvation’ Square Enix’s first blockchain game project, Symbiogenesis, has released its first batch of Ethereum NFT heroes—and the characters’ names are undeniably curious, to say the least. But they’re selling. Someone dropped over $1,200 worth of ETH for an NFT character named “Egg,” while another spent over $500 for a hero named “Starvation.” Neither Egg nor […]
Is NFT Winter Over? Prices Climb as Bitcoin and Ethereum Surge Rising tides lift all ships—apparently even those of the battered, beleaguered, and oft-eulogized NFT market. As top altcoins including Ethereum and Solana continue to steadily pump, largely on the winds of Bitcoin’s tremendously persistent, now weeks-long price rally, NFT collections associated with those blockchain networks now appear to be along for the ride. Pudgy Penguins, […]
Coinbase Brings 2024 US Presidential Candidates Together for Blockchain Forum Ahead of New Hampshire Primary
China, Japan, and South Korea Explore Collaboration in Big Data, Blockchain, and AI Source: iStock/PeopleImages China, Japan, and South Korea are forging ahead with plans to enhance collaboration in advanced technology sectors such as big data, blockchain, and artificial intelligence (AI). During the 10th China-Japan-ROK Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Busan, South Korea, the three nations reaffirmed their commitment to regional development and multilateral cooperation. Chinese Foreign Minister […]
Decoding Web3: Blockchain Laboratories Set to Revolutionize ESG Markets with Innovative Solutions While blockchain technology has often been solely associated with JPEG NFTs and cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, its broader potential has recently been uncovered. Contrary to what people may believe, this innovation is not confined to the world of cryptocurrency and pictures of monkeys; instead, it reaches far beyond its origins in cryptocurrency, offering several applications across […]
CryptoPunks and Bored Apes Dip as NFT-500 Index Falls Despite Crypto Rally CryptoPunk NFT. Source: Adobe / ArtmediaworX While the broader crypto market appears to be moving toward a potential bull-market phase, the non-fungible token (NFT) sector, led by collections like CryptoPunks and Bored Apes, is experiencing a contrasting trend. The Nansen NFT-500 index, which gauges the valuation of the top 500 NFTs, has seen a 50% […]
